JP2002173804A - Waterproof socks - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a pair of socks not being penetrated with soil, water, sundry bacteria or the like attached to a floor into its inside, enabling the comfortable wearing, not to be noticed as a room foot wear used for avoiding the soil, not giving uncomfortable feeling to a patient or family member even being worn by a home care-giver in the home of the patient and capable of performing caring works hygienically and comfortably for the care-giver himself. SOLUTION: This water proof socks 5 is formed by a waterproof bottom part 1 made from a waterproof material and an upper part cover 3 of which lower end is fixed at the upper part of the outer peripheral edge 4 of the waterproof bottom part 1, also provided with an inserting part 2 for a foot. The socks 5 is formed by making the waterproof bottom part 1 and the upper part cover 3 as a similar type color, projecting the outer peripheral edge 7 of the upper part cover 3 from the outer periphery of the waterproof bottom part 1 to the outside and covering the waterproof bottom part 1 with the outer peripheral edge 7 of the upper part cover 3 so that the waterproof bottom part 1 can not be recognized by eyesight in its worn state.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a waterproof sock for preventing dirt, moisture, germs and the like adhering to a floor in a room from contacting the surface of a foot and enabling comfortable walking and work. It is.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, when nursing care for elderly or sick patients at home, care is taken for meals in the room. Often adhered to. Therefore, when a caregiver such as a home helper cares at a patient's house, dirt, moisture, germs and the like adhering to the floor penetrate into socks and the like, which is not preferable in ensuring hygiene of the caregiver.

[0003]

In order to ensure the caregiver's hygiene, indoor shoes with a rubber bottom are conventionally known. However, since the bottom is black and thick, especially in a tatami room. It gives the impression of walking on foot, and the patient and his / her family feel discomfort. In addition, it has been easy for patients and families to realize that the caregiver wears indoor shoes to avoid contamination of the patient's house, and this has caused even greater discomfort.
As a result, the patient's and family's confidence in the caregiver was reduced, and the care work was hindered.

The present invention is intended to solve the above-mentioned problems, and not only prevents dirt, moisture, germs and the like adhering to the floor from penetrating into the inside, but also indoor shoes for avoiding dirt. Is a product that is not easily understood by others. Then, in home care, when worn by a caregiver such as a home helper, the dirt in the patient's house is prevented from coming into contact with the surface of the foot so that the caregiver can comfortably perform the care work. And not hurt the feelings of the patient or his family.

[0005]

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, the present invention provides a waterproof bottom made of a waterproof material, an upper end having a lower end fixed to the upper peripheral edge of the waterproof bottom and a foot insertion portion provided. In the case of the cover, the waterproof bottom portion and the upper cover have the same color, and the outer peripheral edge of the upper cover protrudes outward from the outer periphery of the waterproof bottom portion, and the waterproof bottom portion is covered with the outer peripheral edge of the upper cover, and is worn. In this state, the waterproof bottom portion cannot be visually recognized.

[0006] The length of protrusion of the outer peripheral edge of the upper cover from the outer periphery of the waterproof bottom may be 0.7 to 1.5 cm.

[0007]

The present invention is constructed as described above, and a caregiver such as a home helper can easily wear the waterproof sock of the present invention at a visited patient's house in the same manner as a general sock. Can do things. In other words, holding the upper cover, inserting the foot inside from the insertion part, placing the sole in close contact with the upper surface of the waterproof bottom, and preparing the upper cover to cover the instep and ankle, Complete. In addition, the waterproof sock of the present invention may be worn on bare feet, or may be further worn with the waterproof sock of the present invention while wearing general socks or stockings.

In the wearing state of the waterproof sock, since the outer peripheral edge of the upper cover protrudes outward from the upper part of the outer peripheral edge of the waterproof bottom, the waterproof bottom is not visible, and the waterproof sock is worn. It is not understood by patients or their families. And it is recognized as a normal sock. In addition, when a caregiver walks or performs various operations while wearing waterproof socks, the waterproof bottom may be visible. However, in the present invention, the waterproof bottom is formed in the same color as the upper cover, so that it is not noticeable as compared with the conventional black rubber bottom, and it is difficult to recognize that the waterproof sock is used. Therefore, even if waterproof socks are worn in order to avoid contamination of the floor of the patient's house, the patient or family will not notice and will not give any discomfort.

[0009] On the other hand, even when a caregiver wearing waterproof socks walks on a dirty floor, only the waterproof bottom with excellent waterproofness comes into contact with the floor, so that the floor can be contaminated with dirt, moisture, germs and the like. And comfortable and hygienic care work becomes possible. Also,
Patients and family members can't realize that they are wearing waterproof socks, so they can work without worrying not only on flooring and tiled floors, but also on rooms with tatami flooring.

[0010] When returning home after the nursing work,
The waterproof socks can be easily taken off without touching the dirty waterproof bottom at the entrance. The dirt attached to the waterproof bottom can be easily removed by wiping with a tissue or a rag. Furthermore, sanitization can be achieved by wiping with a disinfecting sheet or alcohol or the like to remove the bacteria. Therefore, even if the same waterproof socks are used at the next visit, dirt and bacteria at the previous visit are not brought in, and sanitary reuse is possible.

[0011] In addition, since this sanitary reuse is possible, a caregiver carries many socks as in the past,
There is no need to change for each visit, and it is possible to reduce the amount of luggage and work efficiently. Then, when the work at all the visited places is completed, the waterproof socks can be easily washed with a washing machine or the like, and more hygienic reuse is possible.

[0012] Due to the above effects, the waterproof sock of the present invention is most suitable for a caregiver such as a home helper to wear.
It is possible to avoid dirt in the patient's home at the visit destination and to give a good impression to the patient and family.

[0013] The waterproof sock of the present invention, when the upper cover is formed of a jersey material or a pile material, provides an inexpensive product with an appearance similar to a general sock, and is easy to be activated due to its excellent elasticity. Becomes In addition, if it expands and contracts according to the size of the wearer's foot, it is excellent in versatility and mass production becomes possible. In addition, the upper cover may be formed of a felt material, woven cloth, leather, or the like, which gives a sense of quality and improves heat retention and durability. However, since the appearance is closer to that of shoes than a jersey material or a pile material, it is preferable that the material be formed so as not to cause discomfort to a patient or a family.

Further, when the waterproof socks are worn, the length of protrusion of the outer peripheral edge of the upper cover from the outer periphery of the waterproof bottom is:
It is preferably 0.7 to 1.5 cm. When the protrusion amount of the outer peripheral edge of the upper cover is less than 0.7 cm, the waterproof bottom can be visually recognized from the outside in a state where the waterproof socks are worn, and the visiting patients and their families are provided with waterproof socks for avoiding dirt. It is easy to realize that it is, and it gives discomfort. vice versa,
If the protruding amount of the outer edge of the upper cover is more than 1.5 cm, the protruding portion comes into contact with the dirty floor, so that dirt, moisture, germs, etc. attached to the floor penetrate into the interior through the upper cover,
Discomfort to the wearer.

[0015]

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS One embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. (1) is a waterproof bottom portion made of an elastic waterproof material such as natural rubber or synthetic resin. Also this waterproof bottom
(1) is formed to be as thin as about 3 mm so as to allow the wearer to walk freely and to make it hard to see from the outside in the worn state, but as thin as not to impair the waterproofness. It is preferred that

Then, a foot is placed on top of the waterproof bottom part (1).
The upper cover (3) provided with the insertion portion (2) of (8) is connected. The upper cover (3) is made of a pile material or the like having excellent elasticity, so that the upper cover (3) has a shape resembling a general sock, and enhances comfort and heat retention. Further, in this embodiment, the upper cover (3) is formed to be short so that the upper end of the insertion portion (2) is positioned at the wearer's ankle when worn, thereby facilitating attachment and detachment.

The upper cover (3) is formed without the bottom portion, and the opening edge at the lower end is formed on the outer peripheral edge of the waterproof bottom portion (1).
It may be formed by connecting and fixing to (4), and the material can be saved. However, since the waterproof bottom part (1) is in direct contact with the sole of the wearer, the touch may be uncomfortable, or sweat may accumulate. Further, the connection between the lower opening edge of the upper cover (3) and the outer peripheral edge (4) of the waterproof bottom portion (1) is troublesome.

Therefore, in the present embodiment, the upper cover (3)
Is formed as a normal sock having a bottom, and a waterproof bottom (1) is attached to the bottom of the sock. Therefore, the waterproof socks (5) can be easily manufactured, and the products can be manufactured at low cost. In addition, when the waterproof sock (5) is worn, the pile material comes into contact with the sole of the wearer, so that the wear is good and the sweat is absorbed, so that comfortable wearing is possible.

The waterproof bottom part (1) and the upper cover (3) are formed in similar colors. Any color may be used as long as the color is similar, but in the present embodiment, both are formed in cream so that dust and the like are not noticeable even if they adhere. In this embodiment, FIGS.
As shown in the figure, large and small cloud-like projections (6) are provided on the entire outer surface of the waterproof bottom (1) to enhance the anti-slip effect, and the appearance of the waterproof bottom (1) is changed to the bottom of a conventional anti-slip sock. The appearance is close. Further, even when the protrusion (6) is provided on the waterproof bottom portion (1), the unevenness of the surface is shallow, and dirt can be easily removed.

The waterproof bottom part (1) is, as shown in FIG.
By forming the area slightly smaller than the bottom of the upper cover (3), the outer peripheral edge of the upper cover (3) when the waterproof sock (5) is worn
(7) projects outward from the upper part of the outer peripheral edge (4) of the waterproof bottom part (1). By forming with such dimensions, the waterproof bottom (1) can be used when the waterproof socks (5) are worn.
Is covered with the outer peripheral edge (7) of the upper cover (3), and the waterproof bottom (1)
Is not visible. Further, as described above, the outer peripheral edge (7) of the upper cover (3) corresponds to the outer peripheral edge (4) of the waterproof sock (5).
Because it is formed so as to protrude outward from the upper part, not from the lower part, this protruding part is less likely to contact the floor.

The length of protrusion of the outer peripheral edge (7) of the upper cover (3) from the outer periphery of the waterproof bottom (1) is 0.7 to 1.5.
cm is preferred. If the protrusion length is less than 0.7 cm, the waterproof bottom portion (1) cannot be reliably covered with the outer peripheral edge (7) of the upper cover (3) in a worn state, and the waterproof bottom portion (1)
Becomes visible to others. Conversely, if the protruding length is more than 1.5 cm, the protruding portion of the upper cover (3) is likely to come into contact with the dirty floor, and from this protruding portion, dirt and moisture may enter the inside of the waterproof sock (5). Bacteria and the like permeate, causing discomfort to the wearer and making it impossible to use for a long time.

A caregiver such as a home helper can easily wear the waterproof sock (5) formed as described above in the same manner as a conventional sock. That is,
While holding the upper end of the upper cover (3), insert the foot (8) into the waterproof sock (5) from the insertion portion (2). Then, the sole of the foot is tightly arranged on the upper surface of the waterproof bottom part (1), and the instep and ankle of the foot (8) are covered with the upper cover (3). In addition, the waterproof sock (5) of the present invention may be worn on bare feet because the contact portion with the sole of the foot is also made of a pile material to improve the touch. Further, the waterproof socks (5) of the present invention may be further worn while stockings or socks are worn.

When the waterproof sock (5) is worn, as shown in FIG. 3, the outer peripheral edge (7) of the upper cover (3) is located outside the outer peripheral edge (4) of the waterproof bottom (1). However, the outer peripheral edge (7) does not contact the floor. The outer peripheral edge (4) of the upper cover (3) covers the waterproof bottom (1),
Since it is not visible from the outside, the patient and family will not realize that it is a special waterproof sock (5) for avoiding dirt.
It is recognized as a general sock.

Further, when the care worker wearing the waterproof socks (5) walks around the patient's house or performs care work, the waterproof bottom part (1) may be seen from the patient or family. However, since the waterproof bottom part (1) is formed of cream color similar to the upper cover (3) and has a projection (6) similar to a conventional non-slip sock, The waterproofing means is hardly noticed, and is recognized as a non-slip sock that has existed conventionally. Therefore, even when the care worker walks not only on the floor and the floor made of tiles but also in the room with the tatami flooring in the state of wearing the waterproof socks (5), there is no discomfort to the patient or family.

On the other hand, when the wearer of the waterproof sock (5) walks on the floor on which dirt has adhered, dirt, moisture, germs and the like are protected by the waterproof effect of the waterproof bottom (1). It does not penetrate into the interior or inside, making it possible to perform hygienic and comfortable care work. Also, a non-slip projection is provided on the entire surface of the waterproof bottom (1).
Since (6) is provided, the care worker can walk and work safely even on slippery flooring, tile floor, stairs, and the like.

When returning home after completing the nursing care work at the visit, the waterproof socks (5) can be taken off at the entrance or the like, so that the shoes can be worn hygienically. In the waterproof sock (5) of the present embodiment, since the length of the upper cover (3) is formed to be short to the ankle, the waterproof sock (5) can be used without touching the dirty waterproof bottom (1). It can be easily taken off. The dirt adhering to the waterproof bottom (1) can be easily removed by wiping with a tissue or a rag. Furthermore, sanitization can be achieved by wiping with a disinfecting sheet or alcohol or the like to remove the bacteria. And even if the same waterproof socks (5) are used at the next visit, the dirt and bacteria of the previous visit are not brought in, and sanitary reuse is possible.

As described above, since one waterproof sock (5) can be used repeatedly, there is no need to carry socks as many times as in the past and change the clothes every visit, and to work efficiently. Can do things. In addition, since the waterproof socks (5) are formed of natural rubber, synthetic resin, and a pile material, washing and disinfection can be easily performed, and the durability is excellent.

In the first embodiment, the waterproof socks (5)
The top cover (3) to facilitate attachment and detachment and to allow handling without touching the soiled waterproof bottom (1)
Is formed short, but in another different second embodiment, as shown in FIG. 4, the insertion part (2) is formed long so that the upper end of the insertion part (2) is located on the calf when worn. . By forming in this way, it takes time to attach and detach as compared with the short one of the first embodiment, but since the appearance becomes more similar to a general sock, it is a product for avoiding dirt. It will be difficult to understand. Further, the length of the upper cover (3) may be further increased so that the upper end of the insertion portion (2) may reach below the knee when worn, which has advantages such as improved heat retention.

In each of the above embodiments, the waterproof socks (5) used by home care workers such as home helpers are used. However, they are also suitable for non-care use such as housewives and elderly people at home. ing. In other words, when a housewife or the like performs housework in a kitchen or washroom that is wet or dirty,
(8) is protected, and comfortable work is enabled, and safety is improved by the anti-slip effect. In addition, when worn by the elderly and the sick, the non-slip effect enables safe walking in corridors, stairs, and the like. In these cases, waterproof socks
(5) Other people may be aware that this is the case, but in the case of a sudden visitor etc., there is no concern that the customer will notice, and the customer can be served with peace of mind. Wearing the waterproof socks (5) of the present invention in public places such as gymnasiums and temples where it is necessary to take off shoes prevents dirt and cooling of the soles, and enables wearing without notice by others. Becomes

[0030]

Since the present invention is constructed as described above, dirt, moisture, germs and the like adhering to the floor do not penetrate into the waterproof socks, so that the wearer can enjoy comfortable and hygienic activities. Becomes possible. In addition, since the waterproof bottom is formed so that it is not visible from the outside, it is difficult for others to realize that you are wearing waterproof socks, and even if you wear it at another person's house, it will not be No pleasure.

Due to such advantages, a home helper or the like who performs home care can wear and protect the foot from dirt, thereby performing comfortable and hygienic care work. Furthermore, since it is difficult to distinguish it from general socks, it is not perceived as a product for avoiding dirt on the floor of a patient's house, and does not cause discomfort to patients and their families.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a state in which a waterproof sock according to a first embodiment of the present invention is worn.

FIG. 2 is a bottom view of FIG. 1;

FIG. 3 is a sectional view taken along line AA of FIG. 1;

FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing a state where a waterproof sock according to a second embodiment of the present invention is worn.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Waterproof bottom 2 Insertion part 3 Upper cover 7 Outer edge

Claims (2)

[Claims] 1. A waterproof bottom made of a waterproof material, and an upper cover having a lower end fixed to an upper portion of an outer peripheral edge of the waterproof bottom and an insertion portion for a foot, wherein the waterproof bottom and the upper cover are separated from each other. With the same color, the outer edge of the upper cover protrudes outward from the outer circumference of the waterproof bottom, and the waterproof bottom is covered with the outer edge of the upper cover so that the waterproof bottom can not be seen when worn. Waterproof socks. 2. The waterproof sock according to claim 1, wherein a length of a protrusion of an outer peripheral edge of the upper cover from an outer periphery of the waterproof bottom is 0.7 to 1.5 cm.